"Arnott weaves an eloquent and delightful tapestry of sights, sounds and scents arising from the Island earth. Indigenous histories and places are woven intricately throughout, creating a sense of timelessness." --Cheryl Alexander , award winning author of Takaya: Lone Wolf "From spruce trees standing like wizards and 'the language of ravens' to tongue-in-cheekwisdom - 'one milkshake is never enough' - Arnott weaves an evocative dream of memory and place." "From spruce trees standing like wizards and 'the language of ravens' to tongue-in-cheekwisdom - 'one milkshake is never enough' - Arnott weaves an evocative dream of memory and place." --D. L. Stephen , author of Edward Feuz Jr: A Story of Enchantment "Bill Arnott's A Season on Vancouver Island is a lyrical journey that immerses us in the richness and diversity of West Coast island life. A joyful, enchanting, insightful read for Island explorers and residents alike.
" --Michael Schauch , award-winning author of A Story of Karma: Finding Love and Truth in the Lost Valley of the Himalaya "A book-lover's dream story, A Season on Vancouver Island is a must-have, both for newcomers and for readers already familiar with this regal region." --Cristy Watson , award-winning author of eight novels, including Locked Up and On Cue "Delightful observations, captivating imagery and brilliant wit." --Angela deJong , author of Be Free: Mountains, Mishaps and Miracles in Africa "Arnott's book sparkles with playful, pointillist prose. It feels like a road trip with your witty and erudite best friend." "Arnott's book sparkles with playful, pointillist prose. It feels like a road trip with your witty and erudite best friend." --Graydon Hazenberg , author of Pedalling To Kailash: Cycling Adventures and Misadventures Across the Roof of the World "This book is witty and clever, useful and informative." --P.
W. Bridgman , Pushcart Prize-nominee author of The Four-Faced Liar and Idiolect "Through the expressive pen of Bill Arnott, Vancouver Island transmutes to poetry, and travelbecomes song." --Emily Taylor Smith , award-winning author of No Thanks, I Want to Walk: Two Months on Foot Around New Brunswick and the Gaspé "With wit, charm and a lyrical lilt, Bill Arnott takes readers on a new quest, exploring the nooks and valleys of Vancouver Island." --Ian Cognito , author of Animusings and, with Anne Marie Carson, Interchange "From ferry rides to ocean swims, and from present-day insights to childhood memories, this book captures the uniqueness of Island life and one man's joyful attempt to experience it all." --Christina Myers , bestselling author of The List of Last Chances.